Here are more than 25 of the most delicious, keto-friendly, and low-carb Thanksgiving side dishes that bring all the flavor without the extra carbs or sugar!
Thanksgiving sides often end up as the true stars of the holiday table. From classic stuffing to creamy casseroles, these dishes are crowd favorites. But many traditional Thanksgiving sides are packed with carbs and sugar, making it tough to enjoy them if you’re following a low-carb or keto lifestyle.
The good news? There are plenty of low-carb Thanksgiving sides that are equally satisfying and full of holiday flavor. Some are creative takes on classics—think keto stuffing with sausage and mushrooms, a low-carb butternut squash casserole, or Boursin mashed cauliflower—while others are just perfect additions for any gathering, like keto broccoli salad or creamy, rich spinach.
25 Low Carb & Keto Thanksgiving Sides
Here’s a roundup of over 25 incredible keto-friendly, low-carb, and sugar-free Thanksgiving side dishes that won’t make you miss the original versions for a second!
Boursin cheese and prosciutto make a perfect pairing for stuffed mushrooms and they're one of the easiest and tastiest appetizers to make!
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This tasty keto stuffing, made with store-bought keto bread, sausage, mushrooms, celery, sage, and thyme, is a perfect Thanksgiving side dish!
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This high-protein butternut squash casserole is a low-carb twist on the classic sweet potato casserole. A deliciously comforting side dish for fall or holiday meals!
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This roasted romaine lettuce salad is baked until lightly charred and topped with homemade parmesan vinaigrette, roasted tomatoes, almonds and grated parmesan.
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A new favorite veggie combo: roasted brussels sprouts and asparagus tossed with a basil vinaigrette and grated parmesan. Ready in 30 minutes!
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This keto cranberry fluff salad is light and creamy and made with fresh cranberries, raspberries, and sugar-free marshmallows for an easy and festive treat!
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Steaming green beans in the microwave is one of the easiest ways to prepare them and cacio e pepe is one of the tastiest ways to dress them!
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If you love Boursin cheese, then you'll love these low-carb and keto cauliflower mashed potatoes, which are deliciously creamy and full of flavor!
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This keto-friendly, roasted delicata squash salad with feta, arugula, pepitas and red onion is our favorite fall salad! And it's so simple!
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Keto creamed spinach comes alive with Boursin cheese and is so simple to make! It's just 8 ingredients and is done in 15 minutes!
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This keto broccoli salad recipe is the best! It's made with broccoli, almonds, red onions, cheddar cheese, bacon and a creamy dressing.
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This roasted asparagus and carrot salad is a delicious and simple low-carb side dish to celebrate in-season asparagus and carrots.
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This high-protein berry Jell-O salad is a creamy, fruity, sugar-free twist on ambrosia salad, packed with protein and low in carbs! Ready in just 5 minutes!
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Indulge in this creamy, low-carb cottage cheese cauliflower mash—a high-protein, easy-to-make side dish that rivals classic mashed potatoes and is perfect for cooler days and holiday meals!
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This 5-minute parmesan asparagus uses the microwave for steaming, which makes it tender-crisp, while the toppings take it to the next level.
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Here's a winning combination of keto roasted vegetables, topped with freshly grated parmesan and a few squeezes of lemon juice. Delicious!
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Microwave broccoli is as easy as it gets, whether you fresh or frozen broccoli. And when you add lemon garlic butter, it tastes divine!
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This refreshing fattoush salad is packed with veggies and herbs and is topped with a tangy sumac dressing and crispy low-carb pita chips.
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This irresistible arugula burrata salad is made with arugula, burrata, grape tomatoes, red onion and a basil vinaigrette. It's simply delicious!
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This tasty summer raspberry salad is tangy and sweet with crunchy pecans and creamy goat cheese.
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This creamy Boursin and mushroom soup is full of flavor, thanks to the Boursin cheese which serves as a flavor bomb and makes the soup simple to make!
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These microwave harissa carrots with feta and almonds are a healthy, low-carb side dish that comes together in just 5 minutes!
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This Mediterranean keto shrimp salad is similar to ceviche, except it uses cooked shrimp and a Mediterranean-style dressing. It's keto-friendly and high in protein!
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This Italian grinder salad is a high-protein, low-carb twist on the viral sandwich, packed with flavor and ready in under 10 minutes!
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With fresh, ripe tomatoes and cucumbers, this Mediterranean cucumber tomato salad might be one of the best simple side salads!
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This high-protein fruit salad is a quick, sweet and creamy bowl packed with fresh berries and cottage cheese, perfect for a healthy, low-carb breakfast, snack, or dessert.
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